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Long Distance Caregiving

Managing caregiving for family members from a long distance can be a daunting task so the National Institute on Aging developed this resource for long-distance caregivers.

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Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA)

The Illinois Department on Aging provides an intervention program and a variety of other services to help seniors who live at home that include hiring a caregiver, care coordination, transportation, and reporting elder abuse or neglect.

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Augmentative and Alternative Communication

Information on augmentative communication for children and young people

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How to Choose a Nursing Home

It¡¯s never easy to move into a nursing home, or help a loved one make the transition, but sometimes it may be the best option for getting the care and support you need. Here are some tips and useful resources to help you get started on how to choose a nursing home.

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Electronic Aids for Daily Living

This article provides a selection of electronic aids that can assist persons with impaired mobility .

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Tips for Hiring a Caregiver

To make the hiring process as easy and smooth as possible, it is important to first think about what is needed and what you are looking for.

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Lotsa Helping Hands

Lotsa Helping Hands is a web-based community that assists caregivers and families in crisis to organize meals, rides, and other needs through the use of a group calendar.

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Getting the Right Wheelchair - manual, power, or standing

Anyone who uses a wheelchair needs to make sure it is the right type and fit. The Model Systems for SCI helps people find the right chair.

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Cerebral Palsy Foundation - CP Channel

The Cerebral Palsy foundation works to transform lives and empower research, and support of living better lives with Cerebral Palsy.

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Wheelchair Care and Cleaning

Taking care of yourself includes taking care of the mobility aids that support your lifestyle. This involves cleaning your device and having good hand hygiene for viral infection prevention. This resource supports learning more about how to do this.

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